When you first see a picture of the Vinicuna Mountain, it might seem photoshoped or a surreal painting. But it isn’t. The vivid colors of turquoise, lavender, red-violet and gold are real. You probably wonder how can this be possible. Without any doubt, this is a question that many people would like to answer. To understand...

Vinicunca and its rainbow-like hills are a sight only recently gaining steam as a popular tourist attraction in Peru. The iconic photo of its Dr. Seuss-like seven-colored spine has attracted hoards of travelers to Vinicunca since the trail first opened at the end of 2015. A stunningly scenic trek through lush landscapes, remote mountain villages,...